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ABA Family Legal Guide
How the Legal System Works
The Civil Trial: Step by Step
Commencing Legal Proceedings and Procedures Before Trial
- How much time does one have to decide whether to file a civil law suit?
- What begins a lawsuit?
- How does a defendant find out that he or she is being sued?
- What are the defendant's options after being served with the complaint and summons?
- How much information should the defendant include in the answer?
- What if the defendant believes that the plaintiff has caused damage to the defendant?
- What if there are other claims or parties that should be involved in the litigation?
- How does a court determine whether it has jurisdiction to hear the case?
- What is a motion for change of venue?
- What is summary judgment?
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